Aaron Booth
Amarillo,TX
Summary
With a proven track record at Hansford County Hospital District, I excel in delivering exceptional patient care and advancing respiratory therapy techniques. My expertise in airway management and commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration have significantly improved patient outcomes. Renowned for strong clinical judgment and fostering patient education, I consistently enhance service quality and healthcare efficiency.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
RRT
Hansford County Hospital District
04.2015 - Current
- Supported clinical research initiatives within the respiratory therapy field by contributing expertise and participating in data collection efforts.
- Promoted infection control standards consistently by following established guidelines for hand hygiene, disinfection of equipment, and isolation precautions when necessary.
- Maintained meticulous documentation of all patient interactions, treatments administered, and progress updates in electronic medical records systems.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering strong communication between colleagues and actively participating in team meetings.
- Reduced hospital readmissions for patients with chronic respiratory conditions by providing comprehensive discharge planning and follow-up care instructions.
- Mentored new RRT staff members, contributing to their professional growth and development within the field of respiratory therapy.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with thorough education on respiratory conditions, medications, and proper device usage.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based respiratory care protocols and individualized treatment plans.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives focused on enhancing respiratory care services throughout the facility.
- Performed comprehensive assessments of patients'' respiratory status to determine appropriate interventions and treatment strategies.
- Ensured timely response to emergency situations involving airway management or ventilator support needs by prioritizing tasks effectively during high-stress scenarios.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients requiring ventilator support or palliative measures in collaboration with hospice teams.
- Provided effective airway management interventions for patients experiencing acute respiratory distress or failure, resulting in stabilized conditions and improved outcomes.
- Assisted in the development of departmental policies and procedures to ensure consistency in respiratory care services across the organization.
- Skillfully operated complex respiratory equipment, ensuring proper function and accurate results for optimal patient care.
- Managed challenging medical situations calmly under pressure, utilizing critical thinking skills to make effective decisions for optimal patient outcomes.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trusting relationships that contributed to improved patient compliance with treatment plans.
- Served as a resource for nursing staff regarding respiratory issues or concerns that arose during daily patient care activities on the unit.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient care, resulting in better overall health management.
- Continuously updated clinical knowledge through participation in professional development opportunities such as conferences and workshops related to respiratory therapy advancements.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Completed continued education units annually to stay current with respiratory therapy advancements and maintain compliance with administrative regulations.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
RRT
Texas Specialty Hospital
08.2005 - Current
- Supported clinical research initiatives within the respiratory therapy field by contributing expertise and participating in data collection efforts.
- Promoted infection control standards consistently by following established guidelines for hand hygiene, disinfection of equipment, and isolation precautions when necessary.
- Maintained meticulous documentation of all patient interactions, treatments administered, and progress updates in electronic medical records systems.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering strong communication between colleagues and actively participating in team meetings.
- Mentored new RRT staff members, contributing to their professional growth and development within the field of respiratory therapy.
RRT
Northwest Texas Hospital
06.2000 - 11.2006
- Supported clinical research initiatives within the respiratory therapy field by contributing expertise and participating in data collection efforts.
- Promoted infection control standards consistently by following established guidelines for hand hygiene, disinfection of equipment, and isolation precautions when necessary.
- Maintained meticulous documentation of all patient interactions, treatments administered, and progress updates in electronic medical records systems.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering strong communication between colleagues and actively participating in team meetings.
- Mentored new RRT staff members, contributing to their professional growth and development within the field of respiratory therapy.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with thorough education on respiratory conditions, medications, and proper device usage.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives focused on enhancing respiratory care services throughout the facility.
- Performed comprehensive assessments of patients'' respiratory status to determine appropriate interventions and treatment strategies.
- Ensured timely response to emergency situations involving airway management or ventilator support needs by prioritizing tasks effectively during high-stress scenarios.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients requiring ventilator support or palliative measures in collaboration with hospice teams.
- Provided effective airway management interventions for patients experiencing acute respiratory distress or failure, resulting in stabilized conditions and improved outcomes.
- Assisted in the development of departmental policies and procedures to ensure consistency in respiratory care services across the organization.
- Skillfully operated complex respiratory equipment, ensuring proper function and accurate results for optimal patient care.
- Managed challenging medical situations calmly under pressure, utilizing critical thinking skills to make effective decisions for optimal patient outcomes.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trusting relationships that contributed to improved patient compliance with treatment plans.
- Served as a resource for nursing staff regarding respiratory issues or concerns that arose during daily patient care activities on the unit.
RRT
BSA Health System
05.1999 - 05.2000
- Supported clinical research initiatives within the respiratory therapy field by contributing expertise and participating in data collection efforts.
- Promoted infection control standards consistently by following established guidelines for hand hygiene, disinfection of equipment, and isolation precautions when necessary.
- Maintained meticulous documentation of all patient interactions, treatments administered, and progress updates in electronic medical records systems.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering strong communication between colleagues and actively participating in team meetings.
- Reduced hospital readmissions for patients with chronic respiratory conditions by providing comprehensive discharge planning and follow-up care instructions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with thorough education on respiratory conditions, medications, and proper device usage.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based respiratory care protocols and individualized treatment plans.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives focused on enhancing respiratory care services throughout the facility.
- Performed comprehensive assessments of patients'' respiratory status to determine appropriate interventions and treatment strategies.
- Ensured timely response to emergency situations involving airway management or ventilator support needs by prioritizing tasks effectively during high-stress scenarios.
Director of Respiratory Therapy
Caremor Health Services
08.1995 - 05.1999
- Maintained and initiated communication and collaboration with physicians, care team leaders and staff nurses to develop, implement and evaluate plans of care for each patient.
- Evaluated and assessed health care trends to establish new patterns of service based on vital measurements, productivity statistics and quality control outcomes.
- Accomplished respiratory therapy services goals by interviewing, hiring and training new staff and communicating and enforcing rules and regulations.
- Encouraged positive financial habits by assessing prior year financial trends and variances and forecasting for current and future years to optimize monetary dealings.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Amarillo College
Amarillo, TX05-1995
Skills
- Arterial blood gas analysis
- Aerosol medication delivery
- Critical care experience
- Non-invasive ventilation
- Oxygen therapy administration
- Continuous positive airway pressure
- Bronchial hygiene therapy
- Medical record documentation
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Tracheostomy care
- Pediatric advanced life support
- High-frequency oscillatory ventilation
- Pulmonary rehabilitation
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Neonatal resuscitation program
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Ventilator management
- Respiratory disease knowledge
- Infection control practices
- Bi-level positive airway pressure
- Quality improvement initiatives
- Pulmonary function testing
- Airway management expertise
- Patient assessment proficiency
- Invasive mechanical ventilation
- Respiratory therapy techniques
- Respiratory equipment setup
- Clinical leadership
- Patient care
- Strong clinical judgment
- Team collaboration
- Safety protocols and procedures
- Verbal and written communication
- Patient and family advocacy
- Heavy lifting
- Patient education
- Caring bedside manner
- Relationship building
- Airway management
- Equipment cleaning
- Physical assessments
- Intubation
- End-of-life care
- Medication administration
- Infection control
Timeline
RRT
Hansford County Hospital District
04.2015 - Current
RRT
Texas Specialty Hospital
08.2005 - Current
RRT
Northwest Texas Hospital
06.2000 - 11.2006
RRT
BSA Health System
05.1999 - 05.2000
Director of Respiratory Therapy
Caremor Health Services
08.1995 - 05.1999
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Amarillo College
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